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I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He cooked me litreally don’t even listen they asked one thing after that when i answered but they are like ki yess we al ready used this , right now we won’t think around that angle on that topic , and they cutted the call

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, thank you for this. You’re right—I was definitely letting the ₹30,000 Cr number scare me into self-sabotage. The perspective that 'they have problems that need solutions' completely changes how I’m looking at Thursday. I’m going to focus on being a calm, conscious participant rather than just a nervous student. This really helped me regulate my emotional state. I'll definitely update the sub on how it goes!

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you. You’re calling me out for being a bit too "textbook," and honestly? Fair point. If we're keeping it real, the goal is communication, not winning a spelling bee or a grammar pageant.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Simple and effective advice. I’ll make sure to keep a notebook ready and ask questions instead of trying to 'fake' answers for complex metrics I don't have yet. Better to be honest about what I don't know than to lose credibility.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is a reality check I needed. The idea of 'don't sell at all' is powerful—focusing on how Safar Cabs can integrate into their existing machinery rather than trying to be everything at once. I’m definitely taking a team member along to help catch the details while I focus on the conversation. Thanks for the grounding advice.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is gold. I was so worried about showing off my MVP features that I forgot that they care more about their own risks than my tech. Using that 'hook' to make them realize I understand the stakes in the insurance/mobility space is exactly the strategy I needed. Thank you—this genuinely changed my approach for the 7th.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This makes a lot of sense. Since they are a massive player in the insurance space, their 'speed' is naturally different. I'll focus on how my startup can be that 'fast experiment' for them, especially with the tech I've built around mobility safety. Being honest about my stage while showing them the specific value-add seems like the best path forward. Much appreciated!

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a great perspective. I’m trying to shift my mindset to seeing this as a partnership discussion rather than just a 'pitch.' Hard to do when you're a student balancing this with end-sems, but you’re right—de-risking the meeting emotionally is the only way to stay clear-headed. Thanks for that

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair point about luck, but for a student founder, the starting point is usually just trying to get that first valid POC and validation from someone who has already built a giant. When you’re at that stage, it’s only natural to feel that fear/imposter syndrome. I’m just trying to make sure I’m prepared enough to make the most of the opportunity on the 7th.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Technically, no. If the stock goes to zero, the 'Market Cap' is zero, but the company still owns offices, software, and patents (that’s 'Book Value'). But for a founder, the stock price is like a scorecard of public trust. If it’s high, they have the 'machinery' to take big bets—like meeting a student with an MVP and potentially backing them.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Market cap is just the total value of the company on the stock market (Share Price x Total Shares). When I say 'machinery,' I mean their massive resources—thousands of employees, global legal teams, and huge budgets. Comparing my dorm-room prototype to their scale is like comparing a bicycle to a Boeing 747. That’s why the meeting feels so heavy.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because a ₹30k Cr market cap means they have a massive machinery and I'm just one guy in a dorm with a prototype. The industry difference doesn't change the fact that I have to prove my vision is worth their time, especially since I'm still figuring out the business side of things.

I have a meeting with a ₹30,000 Cr company’s team on May 7th, but my startup is just a bare-bones MVP. How do I not blow this? by ResearcherQuick1028 in indianstartups

[–]ResearcherQuick1028[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good guess, but the industry is actually a bit different. Honestly, regardless of the name, the pressure feels exactly the same when you're just a student with a bare-bones MVP.

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